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Brandon Crilly (Announcements Only) 🔜 Can*Con @brandoncrilly.bsky.social · 7h

Release day for Castoff!!

Three years in the making, we return to a fractured world for the conclusion of the Aspects of Aelda duology.

Available wherever you get your books!

www.atthisarts.com/p...

#Booksky #newrelease @atthisarts.com

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Marie Bilodeau @mariebilodeau.bsky.social · 19h

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Marie Bilodeau @mariebilodeau.bsky.social · 19h

*tries to erase GPS coordinates*

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Marie Bilodeau @mariebilodeau.bsky.social · 20h

I usually do this post after the con, but not this year. I want you to know who organized Can*Con 2025, because I see how much work they do every year, and how hard they're working now to get as many details right as humanly possible, and I am eternally grateful and impressed.

See you Friday!💖

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Marie Bilodeau @mariebilodeau.bsky.social · 20h

Our Consuite Concierge! For years, Morris Rothman shows up, takes care of the consuite and its guests for the entire weekend, and then vanishes into the night again, until the next con. He's kind and fun, and just loves to keep everyone fed, caffeinated, and entertained.

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Marie Bilodeau @mariebilodeau.bsky.social · 20h

(Also, he once got stuck in an elevator at the con and was just so chill about it. Gotta love that.)

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Marie Bilodeau @mariebilodeau.bsky.social · 20h

The very adaptable and kind @marcocult.bsky.social started as our tech lead, then turned into our Sched lead, and this year, he's plugged in holes in our tech infrastructure by writing a script and creating all small panelist schedules (that slips in name badges). He thought it was fun, even!

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Marie Bilodeau @mariebilodeau.bsky.social · 20h

We also have @jamiesonwolf.bsky.social, our thoughtful Accessibility Coordinator who brings all the sparkles! Their kindess and care has been a guiding light in keeping the con accessible, and to help everyone feel welcome. It's an important job and Jamieson has been wonderful, as always.

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Marie Bilodeau @mariebilodeau.bsky.social · 20h

Stephanie Anne ran in like Snyder fast zombies (she's a horror writer, she'd like that). She does a bunch of events around town and so not only shares hundreds of Can*Con cards a year to help new writers learn about us, but she also meticulously wrangled all special events, like launches!

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Marie Bilodeau @mariebilodeau.bsky.social · 20h

A long time crew member is @nl-lavigne.bsky.social ! She's nimble and always ready to help, organizing tables and lists all while keeping us all on our toes. Nicole brings enthusiasm and organization in equal parts, and if you have a name badge at reg, you can thank her for that!

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Marie Bilodeau @mariebilodeau.bsky.social · 20h

(Plus, she's chair of @spacemagiccon.bsky.social! We are lucky to count her as part of our crew.)

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Marie Bilodeau @mariebilodeau.bsky.social · 20h

For our first Virtual Can*Con, this unknown soul contacted us to ask if she could help, and she's been a serious unicorn. That's @moniqueac.bsky.social! She is our registration and volunteer lead, our Virtual Tech Lead, and is just a force in the SFF community (like, I swear, in every event).

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Marie Bilodeau @mariebilodeau.bsky.social · 20h

You might not even be aware that @tylergoodier.bsky.social is part of the concom, but he's positively everywhere with his positivity and humour! He's our Vendors Room lead, our AV lead, and has also donated his front hall closet as a Can*Con storage space. (He wasn't using it, I'm told.)

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Marie Bilodeau @mariebilodeau.bsky.social · 20h

Shadowy and at times hiding in a cave, @gianttourtiere.bsky.social is the voice of Can*Con on most social media channels, and he's handled everything with grace, charm, and humour. He lends wisdom to programming and ops, and keep everyone on their toes and laughing (it's a good combo).

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Marie Bilodeau @mariebilodeau.bsky.social · 20h

From starting our Instagram, making videos, programming finesse, and being so very brave and human, @pineapplefury.bsky.social is a force of nature and kindness incarnate. Funny, witty, and willing to tackle any challenge, they keep their heart on their sleeve and love the community deeply.

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Marie Bilodeau @mariebilodeau.bsky.social · 20h

Next, @cortnifernandez.bsky.social is a force to be reckoned with. From graphics to websites, organization to programming, there are no limits to her skills and talents. Generally in the shadows, she's been stepping more and more into the light, and it's simply glorious to see.

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Marie Bilodeau @mariebilodeau.bsky.social · 20h

My Vice Chair, @brandoncrilly.bsky.social, is graceful under pressure, funny, and keeps the width and breadth of the con moving. He guides with kindness and wisdom, and does not shy away from a challenge. Ever. He's the best Number One anyone could ask for. Period.

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Marie Bilodeau @mariebilodeau.bsky.social · 20h

We are getting close to @canconsffh.bsky.social and I am taking a moment to say that I have the best crew anyone could ever ask for. Ever. Lemme go on for a bit. You need to know how amazing they are, and they deserve it to be seen.

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Marie Bilodeau @mariebilodeau.bsky.social · 4d

So many fun things!!!! 💖💖💖

Can*Con @canconsffh.bsky.social · 4d

CATS ALIVE IT IS ONE WEEK TO CAN*CON!

First of all, apologies for the relative silence from this account as we have been dealing with Certain Matters, although the Rumours of a Goblin Rebellion are at best Exaggerated and Scurrilous.

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Marie Bilodeau @mariebilodeau.bsky.social · 4d

Of course!!! I am cheering you on, always!! 💖🎉💖

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Marie Bilodeau @mariebilodeau.bsky.social · 4d

You are always sparkly, no matter what you wear!! 💖

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Marie Bilodeau @mariebilodeau.bsky.social · 4d

Best. Hashtag. Ever. 😂💖💖

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Marie Bilodeau @mariebilodeau.bsky.social · 4d

I won’t! Thankfully I’m not sure anyone ever has. 😂😂😂

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Marie Bilodeau @mariebilodeau.bsky.social · 4d

Everything is going to be so sparkly!! 😂🎉

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Marie Bilodeau @mariebilodeau.bsky.social · 4d

Yay, Eva!!! 💖💖💖🎉🎉🎉

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